Recall 02V-307: 1994–1995 Saturn Z

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Nov 14, 2002, covering about 72,135 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-307
Report date
Nov 14, 2002
Vehicles affected
72,135
Owners notified
Jan 31, 2003

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles, some front seat back recliner gear teeth may wear excessively through repeated use, which could cause the seat back to slip partially rearward when force is applied.

The risk

If this happens while the vehicle is being driven, it could cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front seat recliner mechanisms. This is an expansion of a previous recall (99v045). Owner notification began january 31, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact saturn at 1-800-553-6000, prompt 3.

Notes

Gm recall 02056/saturn recall 03c04. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentSeats
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number02V307000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Saturn Z1994, 1995All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 02V-307?

On certain passenger vehicles, some front seat back recliner gear teeth may wear excessively through repeated use, which could cause the seat back to slip partially rearward when force is applied.

How is recall 02V-307 fixed?

Dealers will replace the front seat recliner mechanisms. This is an expansion of a previous recall (99v045). Owner notification began january 31, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact saturn at 1-800-553-6000, prompt 3.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.